The average train between Paignton and York takes 6h 56m and the fastest train takes 5h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Paignton to York. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Paignton and York. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton is at 8:10 PM which arrives into York at 8:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 6h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Paignton to York? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Paignton to York. However, there are services departing from Paignton station and arriving at York station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.
Paignton to York train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Paignton to York train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at York station.
Book your Paignton to York train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Paignton and York is 426.6 km. The road distance is 513 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to York via Newton Abbot and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 11m.